Local Emergency Numbers
- Emergency (Police/Fire/Ambulance): Dial 911
For immediate emergency response.
- Non-Emergency Law Enforcement Contact:
- Dorchester County Sheriff’s Office: (843) 832-0300
- Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office: (843) 719-4412
Crisis Hotlines and Support Services National and Statewide Resources:
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (988)
Provides confidential support for people in distress or experiencing thoughts of suicide.
- South Carolina State Crisis Helpline: (888) 801-4357
Offers a state-wide crisis intervention service, including 24/7 access to trained counselors.
- South Carolina Department of Mental Health: (800) 289-7012
Provides crisis intervention and mental health support across the state.
Local Crisis Support Resources
- Dorchester County Crisis Stabilization Unit:
- Address: 5000 Dorchester Road, North Charleston, SC
- Phone: (843) 747-3101
- Provides mental health crisis stabilization services.
- Berkeley Mental Health Crisis Line:
- Phone: (843) 761-8282 (local crisis line)
- Provides immediate support for mental health emergencies, including assessments and referrals for further care.
- Lowcountry Behavioral Health (Berkeley and Dorchester)
- Phone: (843) 763-0515
- Provides behavioral health services, including emergency crisis intervention.